COMRADES MARATHON WOMEN'S BOOT CAMPS RETURN IN 2025
More Than A Race – Isiko Mpilo
In line with its strategic focus of increasing female participation in The Ultimate Human Race, the Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) is thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated Comrades Women’s Boot Camps in 2025. Following the overwhelming success of the past two editions of the boot camps, this ladies-only fitness initiative is set to inspire and empower female runners across South Africa.
In March 2025, the CMA will host three Women’s Boot Camps in Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban. These camps are a key component of the CMA’s Runners First initiative, designed to provide personalised fitness advice, motivation, and inspiration to female participants, ensuring they are in peak condition for race day.
Participants will benefit from the expertise of our dedicated team, including:
- Masibulele Mkhundlu (FitMasi): Boot camp instructor
- Shona Hendricks: Comrades Coach strength and conditioning specialist
- Nikki De Villiers: Comrades Coach dietitian
In line with the CMA’s campaign to highlight Comrades’ Local Legends, the boot camps will feature motivational talks, including tips for a great Comrades run, by former Comrades Marathon winners and Green Number greats, offering invaluable insights and inspiration.
There will be three Comrades Women’s Boot Camps in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban respectively:
- Cape Town Boot Camp: Southern Sun Newlands Hotel - Saturday, 1 March 2025 at 08h00
- Johannesburg Boot Camp: Southern Sun Sandton - Saturday, 22 March 2025 at 08h00
- Durban Boot Camp: Southern Sun Maharani Hotel - Saturday, 29 March 2025 at 08h00
Each attendee will receive a goodie bag, a delicious breakfast, and the opportunity for one-on-one interactions with our panel of road-running professionals. Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat and towel.
Cost: R300 pp
Bookings will open soon at www.comrades.com. Terms and conditions apply.
CMA Marketing & Communication Manager, Delaine Cools has called on female athletes to sign up for these inspiring and motivational sessions, saying, “Join us for a fun-filled and empowering morning dedicated to female fitness and camaraderie. Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to take your running journey to the next level with the Comrades Women’s Boot Camps!”
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For enquiries, please contact: Xoliswa Mthembu – xoliswa@comrades.com or Delaine Cools – delaine@comrades.com
